You may notice that our church is having a bit of a face lift. It's being painted!
A little tender loving care that was greatly needed. We're just praying that the rain stays away for a little while longer so that this can be completed.
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For those of you who help out in the kitchen on Sunday mornings.....we have a cookie need again. I've put some new cookie signs out on the counter.
Please put them out on the cookie table and around the coffee cart. Everyone loves our fellowship and cookies here....and they go sooooo fast!
Be HIS hands and feet by staying up to date with all events, classes and activities. Remember always....Your helpful guidance provides a light to guide people on their walk with Jesus!
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Ok..now what do you need to know to be informed for this weekend? Let's take a look....
Wednesday nights will be starting up again soon! You can encourage people to check out the website and find a class that they would like to take.
6:30–8:00 pm – ADULT STUDIES - January 18 - Register Here: http://www.ucumc.net/get-connected/wednesday-nights
- @HOME - Sometimes our focus outside the home can leave our lives @ home in a real mess. There’s social media, texting, sexting, new definitions for sex, a proliferation of drugs and alcohol at younger and younger ages...These kinds of forces (and many more like them) can derail the family and the lives of our kids. If you want your life @ home to become a God-honoring and safe place, plan to join Pastor Tim for these sessions. (Cost: $10; will help bring in special speakers.)First 5 Week
- Week 1: Absenteeism – guarding against a lack of relational investment @ home.
- Week 2: Viral Violence and Cursing – guarding against the godless use of mind and mouth @ home.
- Week 3: Texting and Social Media – guarding against the potential strangers who have taken up residence in our kid’s rooms @ home. (Special guest speaker/teacher this week.)
- Week 4: Apathy – guarding against becoming a Christian atheist @ home.
- Week 5: Conflict – guarding against the lack of courage to honor God @ home.
- MATTHEW BIBLE STUDY WITH PASTOR JOE MACLAREN - An in-depth look at the Gospel of Matthew that parallels the weekend sermons.
- GRIEF SHARE - If you’ve lost a spouse, child, family member or friend, get help to face your grief and move toward rebuilding your life. (Materials fee: $15.)
- FINANCIAL PEACE UNIVERSITY - Engaging teaching by Dave Ramsey to help you get out of debt and stay out. (13 weeks; materials fee: $100.)
- EXPERIENCING GOD - Learn to know God intimately and step out in faith to join him in his work. (Church-based study materials $20; home-based study materials $13.)
8:00 pm – ACTIVITIES CONCLUDE
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Membership Exploration Brunch is January 22nd.
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Women's Ministry classes started this week.....but if someone is still looking to get connected here
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There are work outs, bible studies and softball events for the men to take part in.
More information here: http://www.ucumc.net/get-connected/men-s-ministry
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For the person looking to take a deeper step in faith Walk to Emmaus will be offering weekend retreats in March and October of this year. Get informed here: http://www.ucumc.net/get-connected/emmaus
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also...encourage others to FOLLOW PASTOR JOE’S TRIP ON FACEBOOK - LIKE “UCUMC – University Carillon UMC” to follow Pastor Joe and Pat’s trip through the Holy Land.
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These are just some of the highlighted things going on. Be sure to check out the website and get to know all the many wonderful events and opportunities happening here at UCUMC.
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Have a wonderful week!
God Bless!
Patti
